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Aspiring Directors Cohort Announced

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The Community Foundation is pleased to announce the inaugural cohort for the Aspiring Executive Directors (AED) Program, hosted by the Foundation.

Participants include:

  • Jennifer Butler, VP of Development at Adriel Foundation
  • Chris Caldwell, Community Liaison at Black Heritage Library and Multicultural Center
  • Tom James, Volunteer & Donations Coordinator at Habitat for Humanity of Findlay/Hancock County
  • Doug Jenkins, Senior Investor Experience Lead at Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce
  • Starr Laytart, Assistant Director at Findlay Hope House
  • Natalie Reffitt, Operations Manager at Humane Society & SPCA of Hancock County
  • Ashley Saum, Operations Direct at Focus Recovery & Wellness Community
  • Whitney Sciko, Trustee at Findlay Art League
  • Amanda Sizemore, Program Director at Challenged Champions Equestrian Center
  • Kristy Szkudlarek, Director at Journey to Belonging
  • Inci Yilmazli Trout, Development Director at Awakening Minds Art

The AED Program is a two-year leadership development experience designed to equip rising nonprofit professionals with the knowledge, skills, and real-world experience needed to confidently step into executive director roles. The program is moderated by Joel Kessel.